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Why do you use antiseptics instead of bleach?
Antiseptics are specifically designed for use on living tissues to prevent infection, while bleach is a strong chemical that can be harmful or damaging to skin and mucous membranes. Antiseptics are milder and safer for use on wounds, cuts, and skin. Bleach is more suitable for disinfecting surfaces and objects rather than for direct skin application.
Who introduced the use of antiseptics to fight germs following surgery?
Louis Pasteur
How does antipas work?
Antiseptics have been used for hundreds of years, as a way to kill bacteria on the human body. Antiseptics are placed on the skin in the form of a liquid or ointment and places on cuts or sores.
What are antiseptics?
antiseptics method is one in which germs are stopped from getting into the body
What are antiseptics method?
antiseptics method is one in which germs are stopped from getting into the body
How does the enzymes in bacteria react to antiseptics?
The enzymes in the body are probably get destroyed by the antiseptics. Antiseptics are usually poisons for humans also and they ruthlessly kill the bacteria.
When is it appropriate for a food handler to use hand antiseptics?
A food handler should use hand antiseptics only after properly washing hands with soap and water, particularly when handwashing facilities are not immediately available. Antiseptics can help reduce the number of germs on clean hands, but they should not replace proper handwashing. It's also essential to ensure that the hand antiseptic is food-safe and approved for use in food handling.
What are difference between antiseptics and disinfectants?
Antiseptics are used on living tissues to prevent infection, while disinfectants are used on non-living surfaces to kill or prevent the growth of microorganisms. Antiseptics are typically less harsh than disinfectants and are safe for use on skin. Disinfectants are typically stronger and designed for use on surfaces like countertops, floors, and medical instruments.
What do antiseptics and disenfectants do?
When used for cleaning or hygiene, antiseptics and disinfectants kill or neutralize viruses, bacteria and sometimes fungi.
What are the safety precautions in the use of materials in the home?
this are pesticide, antiseptics,soap,detergent,solvents,insectisides,paint and synthetics.
Are antiseptics still used today?
You use them all the time. The alcohol or iodine on a cut are used all the time.
Why are staph and other infections a special problem in hospitals and long time care units?
They can be a problem because we use antibiotics and antiseptics too freely and actually select for the antibiotic resistant forms such as MRSA. How can we then control MRSA?
